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Google's Gemini Update Cuts Smart Home Response Times by 40%

3/8/2026

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Google announced updates to its Gemini for Home system to improve response times for smart home voice commands.
Anish Kattukaran, Chief Product Officer, stated that the latest update reduces latency by 30-40% for common commands, making interactions faster.
The update also decreases error rates and enhances overall performance.
Gemini for Home is available through an invite-only Early Access program in the US and Canada.

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Google announced updates to its Gemini for Home system to improve response times for smart home voice commands.
Anish Kattukaran, Chief Product Officer, stated that the latest update reduces latency by 30-40% for common commands, making interactions faster.
The update also decreases error rates and enhances overall performance.
Gemini for Home is available through an invite-only Early Access program in the US and Canada.